Windows 10: Windows Search not starting

Discus and support Windows Search not starting in Cortana to solve the problem; All options have already been performed, system restores, system reinstallation. Some scripts I used: - Reset_and_Rebuild_Search_Index.bat -... Discussion in 'Cortana' started by MollyC_, Jul 27, 2021.

  1. MollyC_ Win User

    Windows Search not starting


    All options have already been performed, system restores, system reinstallation. Some scripts I used: - Reset_and_Rebuild_Search_Index.bat - Rebuild_Search_Index.bat - ResetWindowsSearchBox.ps1The following errors have been alerted by Farbar Recovery: Source: Windows Search Service EventID: 1006 User: Description: The Windows Search Service could not create the new search index. Internal error <1, 0x80070003, Failed to create application directory: D:\Search\Data\Applications\>.Source: Windows Search Service EventID: 3030 Description: Unable to initialize collector ser

    :)
     
    MollyC_, Jul 27, 2021
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  2. jbailey8 Win User

    HyperSLI (Enabling SLI on non-sli motherboards)

    To turn off windows updates in windows 7 follow these steps:

    Click the start button, in the search box type in 'windows updates', click on 'windows update'
    in the search results list, in the left side of the windows update window click 'change settings'
    then in the option bar select 'Never check for updates'.
     
    jbailey8, Jul 27, 2021
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  3. Arul_D Win User
    Windows 10 search not indexing Outlook 2013, no search results

    Hi,

    Thank you for your interest in using Windows 10.

    Let's diagnose the issue by referring to the following suggestion and check if that helps you.

    First of all, I would suggest you to check if the
    Windows Search
    Service is running in Automatic mode under the list of Windows services. You can follow the steps to check and start the
    Windows Search again:

    • Press Windows+R keys to open Run. Type “servces.msc” without quotes and hit
      Enter.
    • From the list of services, locate the Windows Search Support Service
      and Windows Search Service.
    • Right click on the Windows Search Service
      and then click on Properties.
    • Check if the service is running. If not, start the service and change the
      Startup type to Automatic.
    • Follow the same steps to start the Bluetooth service
      and change the startup type to Automatic.
    You can also try the following suggestion.

    Run the Search and Indexing troubleshooter. Follow the steps mentioned below.

    • Press “Windows key + W”.
    • Type “Troubleshooting” without quotes in the Search box and hit enter.
    • Select “View all” option from the left panel.
    • Select “Search and Indexing”.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to run the troubleshooter.
    Hope this information helps you. Please do let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Arul_D, Jul 27, 2021
    #3
  4. Windows Search not starting

    Start Menu Search

    Hi,

    About your issue regarding the Start menu or Search, in order for us to assist you better. Please answer the question:

    • Were there any recent changes made to your system prior to the issue?

    In the meantime, we suggest you to check this link:
    Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana
    . It contains troubleshooting steps prior to the issue.

    We'll look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Jul 27, 2021
    #4
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